About Joseph Hamrick

I write at www.articleasylum.wordpress.com and www.allthingsnew.wordpress.com. You can follow me on Twitter @HB_Jhamrick.
I enjoy reading and attempting to write stories I find interesting that provoke thoughtfulness and introspection. I often achieve that in my reading - rarely in my writing. I am a Christian, so most of my writing and thinking comes from a theological perspective. I love contemplating on the moral, philosophical, and theological aspects of what I read and watch. I am also a Tolkien fan who thinks his works are the pinnacle of High Fantasy literature. And I am of the opinion that the six film Middle Earth saga reigns supreme as the best pieces of filmmaking in cinema history.

It’s Sunday. I’m hot, a little sweaty, and my mind is weary from standing under the draining Texas sun all morning. It’s 2:30pm and I just returned from lunch after church. I’m ready for a long nap. Moments later my … Continue reading →

Warning. Spoilers abound for M. Night Shyamalan’s Split and Unbreakable. She is tired and scared. There are two other girls locked in the room with her. But still, she is lonely. The other two are traumatized and so is she; … Continue reading →

Good journalists don’t stop asking questions until they’ve arrived at the truth. It may drive them down dangerous paths and put them in harm’s way; but in the end the truth is found, and the story told.

The flood waters are rushing in. You get your family and huddle on the roof to await rescue. You reach out your hand toward a man in the sky, who bears on his chest the same symbol painted on your … Continue reading →

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Highly opinionated discussion on Movies, Gaming, Comics, and more...

We are a collective of misfits on a quest to prove our sanity with in-depth analysis, crazy opinions, and our charming wit. Expect discussions about Movies, Games, Comics, and who knows what else! Welcome to the Madhouse...